General Administrator

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Job Description: General Administrator

The administration role within the Centre will be responsible for financial and ancillary activities.

FINANCIAL

· Proficiency in Accounts software (Currently Sage 50)

· Operate a robust accounting system with strict adherence to company policies and procedures

· Input all supplier invoices and agree to monthly statements

· Generate monthly payment file

· Furnish monthly Management accounts for all departments and cumulative Centre reports

· Input all Sales invoices and prepare monthly statements

· Update Assets register to include purchases and disposal

· Assist with the preparation of departmental budgets and the oversight of adherence to same

· Review Administration functions on a regular basis with the Finance and Operations Manager

OTHER DUTIES

· Cover payroll and reception when required

· Responsible for organising/recording all staff mandatory training

· Attendance at meetings and minute taking when required

· Continued enhancement of the Administration department

· Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards.

· Excellent organisation skills and ability to establish and maintain information collection and reporting systems, including seeing opportunities for improvements and innovations in corporate recording systems where they may not exist already.

· Excellent interpersonal and motivational skills.

· Effective presentation and facilitation skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.

· Ability to organise a varied workload and prioritise competing demands.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties as the role may change to meet the overall objectives of the Organisation

The ideal candidate should have:

· A minimum requirement of QQI Level 6 in Business Management/Finance/HR or relevant discipline

· Possess excellent IT skills with experience in working with Windows software

· Have a minimum of three years’ experience in an administrative role

Proposed work location: Blackrock and Blackpool

Salary: €39,356 to €48,563- Dependent on experience

Benefits

Childhood Matters operates the following benefits for its employees

· Defined contribution pension scheme (5%)

· Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave

· Health Payment Scheme

· Annual leave 25 days

· Comprehensive annual CPD schedule

· Financial support for further education

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

Please submit a CV and cover letter by post to: HR Department, Childhood Matters, Blackrock, Cork or email hr@childhood-matters.ie

Closing date for applications is Wednesday, 09th July, 2025 at 5pm.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €39,356.00-€48,563.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cork, CO. Cork: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Do you have a minimum QQI Level 6 qualification in Business Management/Finance /HR or relevant discipline?

Do you possess excellent IT skills with experience in working with Windows software?

Education:

• Advanced/Higher Certificate (required)

Experience:

• administrative: 3 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Location:

• Cork, CO. Cork (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 07/09/2025
Reference ID: General Administrator